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87: Why Your Child Needs Boredom (And How to Use It as a Teaching Tool)

87: Why Your Child Needs Boredom (And How to Use It as a Teaching Tool)

Update: 2025-10-27
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Explore the hidden benefits of boredom for children. Learn how unstructured time can enhance executive function, creativity, and problem-solving skills. Discover three practical strategies to turn boredom into a valuable learning opportunity without resorting to screens or intervening. The episode emphasises the importance of children having access to open-ended materials and engaging in self-directed play. Subscribe to the podcast and newsletter for more insights on raising independent, creative learners.

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00:00 Introduction: The Boredom Dilemma

00:17 The Value of Boredom

00:40 The Shift in Childhood Activities

01:09 The Importance of Unstructured Time

02:21 Personal Anecdote: Creative Play

03:28 Practical Strategies for Parents

04:34 The Role of Parents in Fostering Creativity

04:58 Conclusion and Call to Action

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87: Why Your Child Needs Boredom (And How to Use It as a Teaching Tool)

87: Why Your Child Needs Boredom (And How to Use It as a Teaching Tool)